Pay attention: Ritalin might aid in elderly fall prevention
Apr 29, 2008
Ritalin, a drug commonly prescribed to improve children’s concentration in school, might have a new function in preventing falls among the elderly, according to new research.
Recruiting seniors into drug trials may help close evidence gap
Dec 01, 2008
A growing number of scientists are considering a new approach to drug trials. It includes “real world” testing on more elderly patients with multiple chronic conditions.
High-dose vitamin B3 ‘cures’ Alzheimer’s in lab mice
Nov 06, 2008
Nicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3, has been found to eradicate Alzheimer’s disease-related memory problems in lab mice, according to new research.
A new study has found that the combination of light exercise and specific nutritional supplements could help keep seniors fit for a longer period of time.
Lawmakers to focus on e-prescribing in March event
Feb 28, 2008
The 3rd Annual Safe-Rx Awards, an event to be held next month, will spotlight changes and advances in the field of “e-prescribing,” a practice that is becoming more commonly used in nursing...
Nursing home theme of the summer: medication
By
Tim Mullaney
Jun 18, 2013
The first day of summer is not quite upon us, but it seems the season’s blockbuster movie and hit song may already have been decided. And when it comes to long-term news, I’m ready to declare...
Alzheimer’s drugs offer promise of treatment for other diseases
Jun 12, 2008
Drugs used to potentially treat Alzheimer’s disease may lead to advancements in the treatment of other afflictions, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Key strategies for proper hazardous drug disposal
By
Jennifer Maniscalco
May 18, 2015
Although long-term care organizations successfully distribute drugs to patients every day, their processes for getting rid of the waste associated with those medications may sometimes fall short, exposing...
AMA stresses importance of flu shots for doctors, patients
Oct 08, 2008
To help stop the spread of flu this season, doctors should talk to their patients about getting vaccinated–and get shots themselves, according to the American Medical Association’s news service.
Take heed when using antidepressants, council says
Jan 08, 2008
Nursing homes need to appropriately evaluate residents for depression and use antidepressant medication judiciously, according to a council of long-term care professionals.